A crucial aspect of your dog’s grooming requirements is ear cleaning. Some dogs need more frequent ear cleaning than others. More frequent ear cleanings are often beneficial for dogs who are prone to ear infections.
Due to the shape of the dog’s ear canal, cleanings are necessary to help remove material that has become deeply lodged within the horizontal canal. If left in the ears, this material can cause itching and ear infections.
We recommend cleaning your dog’s ears at least once monthly. You should speak with your veterinarian about more frequent cleanings if there is more chronic inflammation.
You will require cotton balls or squares of gauze and a mild ear cleaning solution. We do not advise cleaning your dog’s ears with cotton swabs, alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide. These products might make an ear infection worse by inflaming the ear canal. We can assist you by offering suggestions for the top products to use.
Up until the cotton balls or gauze squares are clean, repeat the previous steps. Congratulations you did it!.
Some dogs might require someone to hold them so that you can use both of your hands for cleaning. In order to make sure that both you and your dog have a good experience, we also advise that you follow up each cleaning with something enjoyable, like treats or playtime.
Directly into the ear canal, generously dispense the cleaning solution. In order to make sure enough solution has been added, massage the base of the ear canal until you hear a squishing sound. Allowing your dog to shake their head is acceptable, but exercise caution to avoid getting fluid in your eyes. This enables your dog to push any deep debris out of the way or forward so that you can remove it.
Urethral Obstruction
There is no denying that numerous factors can contribute to the development of this disease. However, the primary cause of urinary tract disease is urethral obstruction.
When urinary crystals or stones build up and block the urethra, a urethral obstruction occurs, which prevents the cat from urinating.
The length of time it has persisted and the number of times the cat has been prevented from urinating will determine how severe this condition is.
If the condition has persisted for a while or there are many obstructions, this could result in serious complications like bladder rupture.
Causes of urethral obstruction:
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FAQ
Will hydrogen peroxide hurt a dog’s ear?
We do not advise cleaning your dog’s ears with cotton swabs, alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide. These products might make an ear infection worse by inflaming the ear canal.
How do I treat my dog’s ear infection with hydrogen peroxide?
After receiving post-vet approval, a dog with a minor infection can have the canals of the ears cleaned with a cotton ball dipped in a solution of one part hydrogen peroxide to one part water. Never use a q-tip or other pointed object as this can cause ear damage.
What is the best homemade ear cleaner for dogs?
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Directions:
- Pour 4 tablespoons of plain water into a resealable bottle.
- Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
- Add 3-4 drops of Isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
- Seal the bottle and shake well.